Tuesday, December 16, 2014

As we age, time and gravity create many changes in our appearances. As time explored gravity does its work against loosened skin and muscles, pulling down any features of the face. Sagging and drooping are often the result of these changes, as the skins production of collagen slows and even stops. When this occurs, the skin is weak and inelastic and susceptible to the effects of gravity. When aging begins to affect the forehead and brow, the result can create many problems for prospective patients. These patients claim that a sunken brow causes them to appear tired and sad, sometimes even angry. Gravity can be reversed with specialized procedures like the forehead lift, which targets this common problem area.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

For at least a decade, Botox Cosmetic has been making itself a household name by eliminating wrinkle after wrinkle. Approved by the FDA as an anti-aging wrinkle treatment, Botox works to temporarily paralyze the facial muscles responsible for causing the creases in the skin that result in wrinkles. Not only can this diminish the appearance of your existing wrinkles, it can also work as a preventative measure against the formation of new lines and wrinkles. Botox is an ideal treatment for the small muscle groups of the face, often providing results that last up to a year. Today’s facial plastic surgeons have refined their techniques to deliver Botox treatments for a wide range of uses.

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Facelift surgery has certainly come a long way in terms of techniques and varieties. Today’s facial plastic surgeons are able to create real anti-aging results through facelift surgery in its many forms. One of the most recent developments in the world of facial rejuvenation is the UpLift facelift, an effective but minimally invasive approach. If you’ve been considering a surgical intervention to reverse the effects of aging on your own face, there are several reasons to think about an UpLift facelift.

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Any patient of any surgery, whether medical or cosmetic in nature, faces certain risks. No one really likes talking about the various risks that can accompany surgery, but it’s an essential part of understanding your procedure. When you meet for a rhinoplasty consultation with a facial plastic surgeon, you’re likely to talk about the specific risks that you could encounter following this surgery. The good news is that just becoming aware of these post-surgical risks can greatly reduce your chance of facing them. While no one can guarantee you’ll have a 100 percent risk-free procedure, you do have the power to reduce various risk factors before and after your surgery.

Friday, May 30, 2014

For nearly a century, the facelift, or rhytidectomy, has been a popular anti-aging procedure. While the objective of the facelift has remained the same, much has changed regarding the techniques and approaches used by facial plastic surgeons. There have been so many advancements that different varieties on the lift have emerged as individual procedures. Take, for instance, the lower face and neck lift, the endoscopic mid facelift, and the uplift; all modern variations on the traditional facelift and all of which should be considered when deciding on your own facial rejuvenation surgery.

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

When it comes to nonsurgical techniques to maintain a youthful face, injectable or dermal fillers are one of the most popular choicesavailable today. Patients seeking these treatments often do so because of the significant benefits dermal fillers offer. It’s not just how well these treatments will work against fine lines, wrinkles, folds, and facial depressions; it’s how they do it. Read on to learn more about the amazing benefits of dermal fillers.

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

By now, Botox is basically a household name that most men
and women have heard many times over. Just hearing the brand’s name, however,
doesn’t mean that everyone has a real understanding of what Botox is or what it
can do to reduce the signs of aging. In fact, if you’ve been troubled by fine
lines and wrinkles creeping up on you, Botox could be the solution to your
problems.

What Is Botox?

Technically speaking, Botox Cosmetic is
the trade name of Botulinum Toxin Type A, which is a purified toxin produced by
the bacterium clostridium botulinum. Botox is a type of injectable product
known as a neurotoxin, which works to block nerve impulse transmissions
wherever it is injected. In doing so, it prevents the muscles in that area from
contracting and forming the creases or wrinkles you don’t want to have. Despite
the scary classification as a toxin, Botox is FDA-approved to be used for treatments, provided it is administered in
small doses.

Friday, February 28, 2014

Over the past few years, one little procedure has been
gaining some ground as the new must-have treatment on the block. In fact, 2013
saw lip enhancement take the top of the list of most requested non-surgical
procedures around the world. As that same treatment stays at the top in 2014,
you might be considering a lip plumping treatment yourself. The idea of soft,
supple, and instantly rejuvenated lips can be very tempting indeed. If so,
there are a few things you might want to know before you pick up the phone to
book your appointment.

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Because of its popularity over the past few decades,
rhinoplasty has developed a reputation for being a purely cosmetic procedure
people get to indulge their own vanity. Considering the many practical medical
reasons there are to seek a “nose job,” however, nothing could be farther from
the truth. Plastic surgeons perform rhinoplasty
procedures to correct all sorts of problems their patients have with their
noses, from minor bumps to serious breathing problems. If you’re among those
suffering from the problems listed below, nasal surgery could be the answer
you've been seeking.

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

3HY9BYBDFDNEThe forehead lift
is a surgical procedure designed to rejuvenate the face by lifting the forehead
and saggy eyebrows to improve upper eyelid heaviness for a more youthful and
alert appearance. Fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and between the
eyebrows also can improve with this procedure.
As the face ages, the muscle tone begins to weaken and the forces of
gravity can cause brow hooding, lines, and wrinkles on the forehead and cause
the eyelids to look heavy. These aging signs can cause a person to appear
haggard and tired, but a forehead lift can uplift the forehead and reduce the
appearance of these issues.

Anurag Agarwal, M.D., F.A.C.S.

I grew up in Washington, D.C., and I love the Washington Redskins. I gradually worked my way south to sunny Naples, Florida, and I love to spend time with my beautiful daughter. One of my passions is strenuous hiking and some mountain climbing.